Job Description

Kelly Services is recruiting for an Inventory and Logistics Technology Associate. The role will be in Grand Rapids, MI .

Our customer, DePuy Synthes, part of the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies, provides one of the most comprehensive Orthopedics portfolios in the world. DePuy Synthes solutions, in specialties including joint reconstruction, trauma, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery and sports medicine, are crafted to advance patient care while delivering clinical and economic value to health care systems worldwide. For more information about the products, visit . For the software go to

Commercial Operations and Strategic Enablement is the conduit between the business and the sales organization, enabling sales growth objectives through ensuring appropriate resources are available and balanced throughout the US market. The Sales Network Optimization team minimizes cost to serve while prioritizing customer service levels allowing the fulfillment of current demand and enable new business.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $21/hour

Shift: Availability to work Monday-Friday onsite. Ability to accommodate changes in the schedule including working in other shifts per operational needs is required (late or early start, and on-call on a rotating basis)

Location: Onsite: Grand Rapids, MI

Benefits: Med/Den/Vis, 401(K), PTO, and Paid Holidays

Key responsibilities

• Manage inventory including replenishments, local stock, new product introductions and expired product
• Collaborate with local sales team on customer PO collection and customer solutions
• Key Account Management - connect with and manage key customer stakeholders
• Perform check in and put away process for Orthopedic products including, but not limited to the following: scanning inventory, completing inventory transfers, ordering replacement parts, and sorting mixed sets
• Contact with freight forwarder, receiving parties and internal clients
• Partner with customer accounts receivable to mitigate pricing issues and process invoicing.
• Label warehouse stock for quick and easy identification and retrieval
• Train and follow standard operation and quality procedures and work instructions
• Responsible for GDP (Good documentation practices)
• Performing cycle count and inventory reconciliation activities
• Assists in regulatory inspection and perform safety and quality audits
• Adherence to training requirements, and health and safety regulations
• Wear protective clothing and equipment as required
• Implement schedule / policies/ and group guidelines
• Lead projects as required
• Flexible to other tasks as priorities shift

Qualifications:

Education:

• Minimum High School degree and/or equivalent degree
• Bachelor's Degree (a plus, but not required)

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• 2-4 years of relevant work experience
• Experience preferred within any of the following areas: distribution, manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, customer service
• Demonstrated initiative, creativity, assertiveness, and proactive communication
• MS Office Suite proficiency preferred, including (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems
• Strong Communication skills

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Good Practices (GxP)
• Inventory Management experience
• Strong computer skills and ability to utilize specialized software and customized programs to meet business needs

Other:

• Flexibility to work a staggered work schedule covering Monday thru Sunday shifts
• Willingness to accommodate changes in the schedule including working in other shifts as per operational needs is required (late or early start)
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Additional Information:

Kelly Services is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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